According to Genthner, the key losses from last year’s team include, Zach Bushling, Joe Brassell, and Cody Sandoval.

The potential key additions to help fill those shoes are Blagg, Hansen, and Robertson.

Turning to actual game play, the head coach would like to see his team pick up the game of team baseball, both as individuals and as players. Genthner said when asked what he is looking for in the non-league portion of the schedule said, “We’re looking to improve, gain much needed experience and gain confidence along the way.”

Leading into league play, Genthner would like his team to be competitive and gather enough wins to claim the top spot. The Broncs must be watchful of both Rosamond and Bishop as the teams to beat according to Genthner.

The coach sees the strength of this year’s Broncs varsity baseball in their enthusiasm and their work ethic. On the flip side the areas that need to be pushed are the fact that Kern Valley is a very young team.

Genthner said, “We’re young. We have six freshmen, and we’ve never had more than three before.”

In closing Genthner said, “I’m excited about the season. We’re getting a little better each day. The players are learning and competing.”

Kern Valley began their season’s quest on Tuesday when they traveled to McFarland. They will play on the road twice more before coming home to play Trona on March 16.